Real Estate Transactions & Finance Associate - San Diego

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Real Estate Associate
Location: U.S. (Multiple Locations Considered)

Direct Counsel represents an Am Law 100 firm seeking a Real Estate Associate (3–6 years) with broad transactional experience to join its sophisticated real estate practice. This role offers exposure to high-value transactions across a range of asset classes and deal structures.

Key Responsibilities

• Structure, negotiate, and draft purchase and sale agreements, mortgage loan documents, and core transaction materials

• Manage acquisitions, dispositions, financing, development, and closing processes

• Oversee closing checklists and transaction documentation

• Draft and negotiate commercial leases, joint ventures, construction agreements, CC&Rs, REAs, declarations, and easement agreements (preferred)

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of broad real estate transactional experience

• Strong experience with mortgage debt financing (borrower-side preferred) and purchase/sale transactions

• Leasing and joint venture experience a plus

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment

• Collaborative mindset with strong independent problem-solving ability

• Active bar membership in good standing

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $260,000 – $390,000 (U.S.), depending on experience and location

• Competitive benefits package including medical, financial, and other firm-sponsored benefits